1.  Check out your local supermarket’s website.  Supermarket home pages often have coupons and daily specials listed and they all have the weekly ad posted so you can compare prices.

2.  Look high and low.  Popular brands pay a premium to have their products placed at eye level.  Less expensive brands usually are placed on the upper and lower shelves.  Check to make sure you aren’t missing out on something just because it’s hard to see.

3.  Always get a raincheck.  If the store runs out of a sale item on your list, ask for a raincheck and pick it up next time you are in the store.

1.  Make a detailed list and stick to it. It prevents impulse buying, assists in planning weekly menus and helps determine how much you really do spend on food.

2.  Buy fruits and vegetables that are in season. Not only do you save money this way, but the produce is obviously fresher.

3.  Plant your own fruits and vegetables. You’d be surprised at how much you can grow in a small space.  Low maintenance suggestions would be squash, zucchini, sweet peppers, or tomatoes.  Herb gardens are also easy to grow and a healthy way to add flavor to meals.